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Article: Only 1 VA gravesite reserved per vet.(PLUGGED IN - NATIONAL SECURITY)(SGT. SHAFT)(Column)
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- The Washington Times (Washington, DC)
- Article date:
- October 29, 2009
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Byline: John Fales, THE WASHINGTON TIMES
Dea r Sgt. Shaft, I have a question regarding burial for my wife and myself in a Veterans Affairs
cemetery when the time should come. I served four years active duty and two years inactive duty in a Navy fighter squadron during the Vietnam War from 1967-71. My question is, what happens if my wife should pass before me? We want to be assured we will be laid to rest together. Is there any pre-plans or signing up to do? Thank you in advance.
- Ray R., Florida
Dear Ray,
The same procedures are followed if the veteran's eligible spouse or dependent predeceases the veteran. In most cases, one ...